Christians must put trust in God, not in weapons

The framers of the Constitution were guided by lessons taught in scripture concerning instruments of defense.

Leaders in government seem to think they have answers for solving all crimes committed with guns. The cause of killings is not by the guns, but the people who hold the guns.

In Luke Chapter 22:35-36, Jesus teaches His mission on earth is about over. He now instructs His disciples to sell their possessions and buy a sword. A sword was used as a means of defense. Jesus' teachings in these scriptures are not for vengeance but self-defense. The Lord was quoted as saying in Romans 12:19 "Vengeance is mine." In Matthew 26:55 and Luke 22:52 Jesus teaches a person uses swords and staves to gain control over a thief. Genesis 4:8 tells the story of Cain and his evil heart that slew is brother Abel. God did not say to gather all sticks and stone and allow no more of them to exist. Instead in Genesis 9:5-6 He authorized capital punishment as a means of punishment for a murderer.

The availability of guns does not cause crimes. Owning a gun doesn't guarantee you will use it any more than owning a fire extinguisher guarantees you will use it. In John 18:11, after Peter cut off the ear of the servant of the High Priest with a sword he was not told to get rid of the sword but to put it back in the sheath. The Bible doesn't teach to turn the other cheek when it comes to protecting self and family. Ever wonder why our leaders never refer to scripture as the source of information for decisions they make? Suppose they don't trust God's instructions? The framers of the Constitution did. Pray that you never have to use a weapon for self-defense. A Christian must put trust in God, not in a weapon.

Remember a Christian's weapon is not carnal, but mighty through God.

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Christians must put trust in God, not in weapons

The framers of the Constitution were guided by lessons taught in scripture concerning instruments of defense.